Regulation 43 - Construction of Ship
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Regulation 43 - Construction of Ship

  Superstructure

  (1) Ships shall have a forecastle of at least standard height and a length of at least 0.07 L. In addition, if the ship is less than 100 metres (328 feet) in length, a poop of at least standard height, or a raised quarter deck with either a deckhouse or a strong steel hood of at least the same total height shall be fitted aft.

  Double Bottom Tanks

  (2) Double bottom tanks where fitted within the midship half length of the ship shall have adequate watertight longitudinal subdivision.

  Bulwarks

  (3) The ship shall be fitted either with permanent bulwarks at least 1 metre (39½ inches) in height, specially stiffened on the upper edge and supported by strong bulwark stays attached to the deck and provided with necessary freeing ports, or with efficient rails of the same height and of specially strong construction.

Parent topic: Chapter IV - Special Requirements for Ships Assigned Timber Freeboards
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